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Want to win an autographed copy of Fine Art of Carving Lovespoons by David Western? Just follow the link to enter. Hurry, the contest ends November 30, 2010. Bruce B. from Mt. Vernon, IN won this contest. Fine Art of Carving Lovespoons Understanding, Designing, and Carving Romantic Heirlooms By David Western Learn […]
Have You Seen Woodcarving Illustrated Issue #52 (wci52)? If Not, Here’s a Sample of What You are Missing! Tom Wolfe is Chosen as the 2010 Woodcarver of the Year! As one of the most prolific authors of woodcarving books in the United States, Tom’s instructional texts have influenced thousands of […]
Tool Rack It’s easy to make a rack for carving tools out of 1″-diameter PVC pipe. First, choose the length to make the rack. Take into account the size of your work space and avoid making the length longer than 24″ because the pipe can sag. Drill 1/2″ to 3/4″-diameter […]
Woodcarving Illustrated’s 2010 fall issue (wci52) includes a special advertising section that highlights some terrific gifts for carvers. Scroll down to view the complete list with manufacturer links. Download or flip through the WCI52 Issue Gifts 4 Carvers on Scribd. Gifts Under $700 Graphic Transfer – Bare Bones Kit Delta […]
Click here to see this year’s entries and begin voting! Woodcarving Illustrated’s readers submitted more than 300 projects in the Best Carving Design Contest. The editorial staff nominated the top pieces in each category (the Editor’s Choice Nominees) and posted them online for you to vote on the contest winners. […]
When you carve wood for the sheer joy it gives you, everyday you get to devote to the craft makes you feel good…like being on vacation. To help you make every day of summer feel like vacation we’ve loaded this issue with great features, projects and techniques. From whittling away […]
Since spring is a time for renewal and fresh starts, we’ve loaded the latest issue of Woodcarving Illustrated with great features, projects and techniques to re-energize your carving spirit! Speaking of spirits, why not carve a Green Man with Chris Pye’s guidance or a Magical Fairy Door with Christina White. […]
We’re looking for talented individuals to share their original creations. Participants compete for valuable prizes and earn the opportunity to become Woodcarving Illustrated’s next new contributor. Enter as many projects as you wish, but entries must be your original designs. Projects cannot have been previously entered in a WCI-sponsored contest. […]
Will Carve for Hershey’s by Jim McGuire Judges Notes: Jim McGuire created a wonderfully functional and attractive piece. While the carving is painted with opaque paints, it still looks carved. The Hershey’s kisses tucked into Santa’s sack is a nice touch, but the overall pose would have benefited from a […]
Dale Woodard’s Santa, highlighted by a natural pose and realistic details, took home top honors in Woodcarving Illustrated’s first online People’s Choice Award. Over 6,000 votes were cast over a two-week period. Dale’s wife created a watercolor painting based on an antique postcard. Her painting is the inspiration for Victorian […]
